the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
ad. In a sore manner; grievously; painfully.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Sore; sorrowful.
In a sore manner; painfully; sadly; violently; severely; extremely.
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ad. in or as if in pain
ad. to a great degree
Word Usage
""Oh, Teddy!" cries she, suddenly, covering her face with her hands, "at times, when I see certain flowers or hear some music connected with the olden days, my heart dies within me, -- I lose all hope; and then I miss you sorely, -- _sorely_.""